Plastimo Hood Life Jacket

PLASTIMO Hood Life Jacket

Enhance your maritime safety and preparedness with the Plastimo Life Jacket Hood, an essential accessory for any serious sailor, offshore racer, or long-distance cruiser. Designed to integrate seamlessly with your existing Plastimo life jacket, this sprayhood provides a critical layer of protection in the most challenging sea conditions, transforming your personal flotation device into a comprehensive survival system. When facing rough waves and wind-driven spray, this hood is your first line of defense against the elements, significantly increasing your chances of survival and rescue.

The primary benefit of the Plastimo Hood is its ability to protect your airway. In a man-overboard situation, the constant barrage of water spray can lead to secondary drowning, a life-threatening condition caused by inhaling water. This expertly designed hood creates a protective barrier around your head, keeping spray and breaking waves away from your face. This allows you to breathe more easily, reduces the risk of water inhalation, and helps to minimize panic, enabling you to conserve energy while awaiting rescue.

Engineered for performance and reliability, the hood dramatically increases your visibility in the water. Its bright, conspicuous colour stands out against the dark sea, making you a much larger and more noticeable target for rescue crews on vessels or in the air. Furthermore, the design incorporates a large, structured transparent visor that provides an excellent field of vision, ensuring you can keep sight of your vessel or potential rescuers without feeling enclosed. The hood is also fitted with a mesh vent that allows for proper air circulation while effectively draining away any water that might enter, ensuring comfort and clear breathing.

This vital piece of safety equipment is mandatory for many offshore racing categories, underscoring its importance in extreme environments. It offers invaluable protection from wind chill, helping to preserve precious body heat and delay the onset of hypothermia. Every feature is meticulously designed for a real-world emergency, where simplicity and effectiveness are paramount.

Sprayhood.

Sprayhood is folded in a convenient belt pouch with velcro closure that opens easily and quickly in case of necessity.

Fits Plastimo lifejacket model:

Pilot 165, EVO 165, SL180, Pilot pro 180, Pilot 275, Pilot 290, Pilot race, Austral SOLAS, in accordance with ISAF OSR for offshore racing.



Upgrade your Plastimo life jacket today with this indispensable hood. It is a small investment that delivers an immeasurable increase in safety, confidence, and peace of mind on the water. Whether you are navigating coastal waters or crossing an ocean, ensure you and your crew have the maximum level of protection available